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Why 2013 Might Be the Last Year You Drive a Car

Most people don't realise their car is actually a powerful computer. Computers in modern cars control the multimedia system, sat-nav, dashboard and engine. And approximately one third of all computing in cars is just to tell you what's going on.
Jamelle Agbuis May 30, 2013

CBA Views Tech Companies As Competitors for Financial Services

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia's (CBA) competitors are no longer just Westpac, ANZ Bank and the National Australia Bank (NAB), but also tech firms such as Apple and Google, CBA Chief Executive Ian Narev said on Tuesday.
Vittorio Hernandez May 29, 2013

Amazon to Go Head to Head vs Google, Facebook, Walmart and Yahoo

It may be too early to pinpoint what Amazon is doing but ongoing rumors suggest the web-based retail giant is planning on competing with the web giant Google. It may not just be Google – Amazon’s plans seem to incorporate everything from Walmart to Facebook and Yahoo.
Precious Silva May 28, 2013

Google to Enter Wireless Network Business in SubSaharan Africa, Southeast Asia

From search engine, Google entered into manufacturing of devices and is now foraying into the wireless network business, completing the cycle of IT connectivity. Reports said that Google will fund and help run wireless networks in emerging markets, specifically SubSaharan Africa and Southeast Asia.
Vittorio Hernandez May 28, 2013

Ford Gives Australian Production the Brush-off

Ford Motor Co. is to give Australian production the brush-off as it has informed that it would stop manufacturing cars in the world's twelve largest economy.
Jamelle Agbuis May 24, 2013

As Ford Moves Out, Holden and Toyota Remain Committed to Australia

In the midst of Ford's decision to ship out of Australia, Holden and Toyota express their intent to stay put in Australia, at least for now. Toyota is even pointing to its $330 million new engine production facility that is meant to cater locally and the whole of Asia.
Frances Samson May 24, 2013

Ford to Close Plants, 1200 Australians to Lose Their Jobs

Hundreds of Ford workers in Australia were in shock as the company announced its plan to shut down operations by October 2016. As the news broke out, hundreds of workers were devastated. It did not matter whether they worked there since three decades back – people will lose their jobs in three years time.
Precious Silva May 23, 2013

Virginia Couple Outraged, Walmart Security Accused White Dad of Kidnapping Biracial Daughters

Joseph and Keana, an interracial couple from Virginia, are already used to getting stares from other people. However, they were shocked and outraged when a police officer suddenly appeared at their doorstep to investigate if the three biracial children were theirs as a response to Walmart security’s concern that they may have been kidnapped.
Jenalyn Villamarin May 23, 2013

Best Places to Buy the Surface Pro in Europe

Microsoft's well-received tablet, the Surface Pro, is scheduled to make its debut in several countries in Europe and other western nations, including Australia, before May ends.
Vittorio Hernandez May 22, 2013

Tech Experts Find Asus Fonepad Too Big for Everyday Use as Phone

In a review of the newly upgraded Asus Fonepad, tech experts found the £180 device too big with its 7-inch screen to function as a phone. As a tablet, the gadget is neither impressive and is hampered by a lackluster screen.
Vittorio Hernandez May 22, 2013

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